A Project Study Presented to the
College of Education
Philippine Normal University
Taft Avenue, Manila
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements of the Course
Introduction to Research
By:
Bascon, Jiralden T.
Cayabyab, Glaiza V.
Dela Cruz, Rebecca F.
Elape, Maria Magdalena T.
Fariscal, Annallene Marielle R.
Lustan, Katrina Marie C.
Natanauan, Leah C.
Sangalang, Lara Jane D.
III-5 BEEd
October 26, 2007
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The researchers would like to express their whole souled gratitude to the following: Professor Rosarito Suatengco. Their adviser and consultant, for her patience, assistance, and helpful suggestions which made this study possible. Dr. Dalisay Brawner, Dean of College of Education, for the consideration extended to her. Dr. Carmelita Barrera, Head of Elementary Education, for her encouragement and understanding, especially at the time when the study was in progress.
Ms. Soccoro Unay, SEED Academy Principal, for granting the permission to administer the questionnaire to the elementary pupils and extending valuable support. Mr. Jeffrey Dela Cruz, Mathematics Teacher, for his understanding and wholesome cooperation. The grade 4 to 6 Pupils, school year 2007-2008, for being so cooperative. To their Parents and Family, for the moral support and understanding in completing this research work. And most especially to the Almighty, the Creator, for his incomparable love and innumerable blessings
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DEDICATION
To our Beloved Parents,
Professors, Parents,
And classmates, III-5 BEEd
We Lovingly Dedicate this
Research Work
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Table of Contents
Title Page ……………………………………………………………………………….i
Acknowledgement ……………………………………………………………………..ii
Dedication ………………………………………………………………………………iii
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